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Nutrition (Vitamin) Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Are you getting your nutrients?

Nutritionists and health professionals recommend that we maintain a healthy diet to get the nutrients we need. A balanced nutrition plan will help you live longer, promote immunity, maintain brain health, and protect against disease, among other benefits. There may be some people—pregnant women, vegetarians, and others—who may require extra nutrients through vitamins, depending on age and gender.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
1. I am a non-smoker.
Disagree
Agree
2. I eat two to four servings of fruits a day (one fruit serving equals two plums).
Disagree
Agree
3. I have three cups of dairy daily (one ounce of cheddar cheese is half a cup of dairy).
Disagree
Agree
4. I eat no more than three to five servings of whole grains a day (one serving of grain is a slice of bread).
Disagree
Agree
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5. I avoid artificial sugar.
Disagree
Agree
6. I avoid salty foods.
Disagree
Agree
7. I avoid processed snacks.
Disagree
Agree
8. I avoid soda.
Disagree
Agree
9. For women, I consume no more than one alcoholic drink per day.
Disagree
Agree
10. I eat lean protein like fish.
Disagree
Agree
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11. I eat two to three cups of vegetables a day (one serving of raw vegetables is one cup).
Disagree
Agree
12. I eat nuts, seeds, and legumes.
Disagree
Agree
13. For men, I consume no more than two alcoholic drinks per day.
Disagree
Agree
14. I eat minimally processed complex carbs like brown rice, oatmeal, or wholegrain breads.
Disagree
Agree
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15. I avoid artificial trans fats.
Disagree
Agree
16. I avoid avoid super-sized portions.
Disagree
Agree
17. I avoid processed meats.
Disagree
Agree
18. I avoid frozen meals.
Disagree
Agree
19. I stay hydrated.
Disagree
Agree
20. I avoid fast foods.
Disagree
Agree

Who Is This Test For?

This test is for anyone who wants to examine their diet and nutrition. It’s designed for adults and is not intended to be prescriptive.

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How to Get Help

If you wish to improve your nutrition, you can contact a health professional. You can find one in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory. 

Sources

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Core Resource on Alcohol.
Fruit and Vegetable Intake and Mortality. Circulation.
Harvard School of Public Health. The Nutrition Source. Vitamins and Minerals.
National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention